DPA Recruitment 2026: 1 Deputy Director (EDP) – Apply Offline @ deendayalport.gov.in

Post-Wise Vacancy and Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria and Educational Qualification

Deputy Director (EDP) — Qualification

• Degree in Computer Engineering / Computer Sciences from a recognized university/institution; OR
• Degree in Maths / Statistics / Operational Research / Economics with Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application / Computer Science / Information Technology from a recognized university/institution; OR
• Degree in Engineering with Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application / Computer Science / Information Technology from a recognized university/institution

Deputy Director (EDP) — Experience

• Officers holding analogous posts or Assistant Director (EDP) / Assistant Director (Research) and other equivalent posts in the scale of pay of Rs. 9,100 - Rs. 15,100 with five years of service in the grade in Planning and Regulation (P&R) Division in a Major Port Authority

Desirable Qualifications

• Post Graduate Degree in Maths / Statistics / Operational Research / Economics
• Post Graduate Degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Systems / Information Systems / MIS / Information Technology / Computer Application
• Business Administration (PG Degree or Diploma) with specialization in Systems / Information Systems / MIS / Information Technology and allied subjects

Other Conditions

• Open only to officers of Major Port Authorities on absorption or deputation basis
• Vigilance report in the prescribed format (Annexure-III)
• Details of any major or minor penalty in the last 10 years to be sent by the forwarding authority
• Applications received through proper channel only

Selection Process and Screening Clause

The Deputy Director (EDP) post at DPA is filled on absorption / deputation basis from officers serving in Major Port Authorities. The selection process involves:

• Step 1 — Scrutiny of Applications: Applications received through the proper channel and before the last date will be screened for completeness and eligibility against the prescribed qualification and experience criteria.
• Step 2 — Eligibility Verification: The crucial date for determining eligibility is 1 November 2026. Candidates must hold the prescribed qualifications and have the required years of service in the scale of Rs. 9,100 - Rs. 15,100 in the P&R Division of a Major Port Authority.
• Step 3 — Vigilance and Administrative Clearance: A Vigilance/Administrative Clearance in the prescribed format (Annexure-III) from the concerned Port Authority is mandatory. Any major or minor penalty in the last 10 years must be disclosed.
• Step 4 — Final Selection: Selection is made by the Competent Authority based on merit, suitability, and performance records (APARs). Applications without APARs or otherwise incomplete will not be considered.

Note: This is a deputation/absorption post. No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for any stage of the recruitment process. A probation period of 2 years applies as per Recruitment Rules (Annexure-I).

Required Documents and Instructions for Candidates

• Attested copies of APARs for the last five years (01/04/2021 to 31/03/2026) certified by the Head of Office
• Attested copies of all educational and experience certificates
• No-objection Certificate (NOC) from the respective Port Authority
• Undertaking not to withdraw candidature if selected
• Vigilance and Administrative Clearance from the concerned Port (Annexure-III)
• Bio-Data Proforma (Annexure-II) with recent passport-size photograph and Head of Office certificate with seal
• The envelope should be superscribed with "Application for the Post of Deputy Director (EDP) on Absorption/Deputation basis"
• Send the application through the proper channel to: Secretary, Deendayal Port Authority, General Administration Department, Administration Office Building, Post Box No. 50, Gandhidham (Kachchh), Gujarat - 370201 on or before 7 December 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date for receipt of applications for DPA Deputy Director (EDP) Recruitment 2026?

Applications must reach Deendayal Port Authority, Gandhidham on or before 7 December 2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

What is the application mode for this recruitment?

The application mode is offline. Candidates must send their applications through the proper channel by post or in person to the address specified in the notification: Secretary, DPA, General Administration Department, Administration Office Building, Post Box No. 50, Gandhidham (Kachchh), Gujarat - 370201.

What is the salary for the Deputy Director (EDP) post at DPA?

The pay scale for Deputy Director (EDP) is Rs. 50,000 - Rs. 1,60,000 (Pre to Pre-Revised Rs. 10,750 - Rs. 16,750), Class-I. A probation period of 2 years applies as per the Recruitment Rules.

What is the nature of employment for this post?

This is a temporary deputation/absorption post. The position is filled on deputation basis from officers of Major Port Authorities. It is not a permanent central government cadre appointment. The officer must accept the posting and undertake not to withdraw candidature if selected.

What qualifications are required for Deputy Director (EDP)?

Candidates must hold a Degree in Computer Engineering/Computer Sciences, OR a Degree in Maths/Statistics/Operational Research/Economics with PG Diploma in Computer Application/Computer Science/IT, OR a Degree in Engineering with PG Diploma in Computer Application/Computer Science/IT from a recognized university/institution. Additionally, candidates must have five years of service in the scale of Rs. 9,100 - Rs. 15,100 in the P&R Division of a Major Port Authority.

What is the application fee for DPA Recruitment 2026?

The official notification for this deputation post does not specify any application fee. No fee is mentioned in the advertisement.